Evaluating and Meeting Cable Requirements

Isolate faults in the distribution system.

Locate the opposite end of any cable.

Know the types of network devices that your cabling infrastructure can support.

Consider the following recommendations when setting up a cable labeling system suitable for your installation:

Identify cables by securely attaching a label to all cable ends.

Assign a unique block of sequential numbers to the group of cables that run between each pair of wiring closets.

Assign a unique identification number to each distribution rack.

Identify all wiring closets by labeling the front panel of your Extreme Networks equipment and other hardware.

Keep accurate and current cable identification records.

Post records near each distribution rack. Include the following cable drop information: the cable source, destination, and jumper location.

Installing Cable

Consider the following recommendations when you connect cable to your network equipment:

Examine cable for cuts, bends, and nicks.

Support cable using a cable manager that is mounted above connectors to avoid unnecessary weight on the cable bundles.

Use cable managers to route cable bundles to the left and right of the network equipment to maximize accessibility to the connectors.

Provide enough slack, approximately 2 to 3 inches (5.08 to 7.62 cm), to provide proper strain relief as shown in Figure 31.

Bundle cable using velcro straps to avoid injuring cables.

If you build your own cable, be sure that cable is properly crimped.

When installing a patch panel using twisted pair wiring, untwist no more than 1 inch (2.54 cm) of the cable to avoid radio frequency (RF) interference.

Discharge the RJ-45 Ethernet cable before plugging it into a port on the switch.

Use plenum-rated cable when it is necessary for safety and fire rating requirements. Consult your local building codes to determine when it is appropriate to use plenum-rated cable, or refer to IEC standard 850.

Keep all ports and connectors free of dust.

CAUTION

Unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable can build up ESD charges when being pulled into a new installation. Before connecting any category 5 UTP cable to the switch, discharge ESD from the cable by plugging the RJ-45 connector into a LAN Static Discharge device or use an equivalent method.

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8800 Series specifications

Extreme Networks 8800 Series is a robust family of network switches designed to cater to the demands of modern data centers and enterprise networks. Engineered for high performance, scalability, and reliability, these switches provide an ideal solution for organizations looking to enhance their network infrastructure.

One of the standout features of the 8800 Series is its high-performance architecture, which supports up to 10 terabits per second of switching capacity. This ensures that the switch can handle the increased bandwidth demands of today’s applications, such as cloud computing and big data analytics. The series also supports a wide range of interface options, including 1G, 10G, and 40G ports, allowing for flexible deployment in various network environments.

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